Gangseo bar for takoyaki and draft beer: Daily Beer Balsan

There’s a nostalgic place I used to visit all the time from my early twenties, when friends and I would go for delicious chicken and cold beer! I had always gone just for the chicken, so I’d quietly wondered what the other snacks were like. This time, though, I was surprised to find the menu packed with dishes that pair perfectly with beer.

With a full lineup of snacks that go wonderfully with crisp draft beer, it’s great for a first round—or as a Balsan Station bar for a light second stop. 🍻✨

Daily Beer Balsan Station Branch: Store Information

Daily Beer (Saenghwal Maekju) Balsan Station Branch is at Unit 106 on the first floor of New Golden Tower, 89 Magokjungang 6-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul. Hours are 17:00–02:00 Sunday through Thursday and 17:00–03:00 Friday and Saturday.

There was an outdoor patio as well as plenty of tables inside. The whole interior was decorated in Daily Beer’s signature style, so it was fun just looking around, too~.

A Wide Selection of Snacks for a Second Stop

Since we came for a second stop this time, I took a closer look at some new, lighter dishes instead of the chicken I usually order.

Opening the menu, I found not only chicken but also fries, sausage, tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), salads, nachos, cheese sticks, sherbet, and so many other snacks that work brilliantly for both a first and second round. It’s a great place to fill up with a hearty meal on your first stop, but it also has lots of dishes like the ones I chose—perfect for casually nibbling with a cold beer on a second stop. It really felt like a Balsan Station bar that would be satisfying whenever you visit.

As it happened, I was chatting with the person I was with about a trip to Japan, and one very special set menu immediately caught my eye. Naturally, we ordered it without hesitation!

Matsuda Manager Osaka Set and Crunchy Cheese Balls

The menu we picked that day was the Matsuda Manager Osaka Set: a satisfying combination of takoyaki (octopus balls) and two draft beers! At ₩24,000, it felt reasonably priced and just right for enjoying something light.

Once we’d ordered, a staff member brought everything out nicely arranged and easy to eat. The takoyaki, which I hadn’t had in ages, was seriously so delicious.

It came not only with a generous sprinkle of katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), but also a fresh vegetable salad, making it ideal for picking at without feeling too full on a second stop.

After eating away happily for a while, I wasn’t hungry exactly, but felt like my mouth wanted a little something more—so I added Crunchy Cheese Balls as a side (₩6,500 for five pieces).

I expected ordinary cheese balls, but they were dusted with a house seasoning that was spicy, sweet, and savory all at once. I couldn’t help but exclaim the moment I took a bite. Since this is a place that specializes in beer, I could really tell that the side dishes were made to bring out the flavor of the beer, too.

Final Thoughts on a Second Stop Beyond Chicken

It had been a while since my last visit, so I tried a new set and side instead of my usual chicken. There were so many dishes suited to a second stop that I came away having had such a lovely weekend. Delicious takoyaki, addictive cheese balls, and cold beer are an unbeatable combination—reliable happiness every time.

If you’re looking for a light drink on the way home from work or somewhere for a second stop, I definitely recommend dropping by at least once. Now that the weather has warmed up, lots of people were enjoying the outdoor patio, too!! 💛✨